St Christopher Hospice in Orpington, which serves 4,000 patients annually, is struggling to sustain its ending-life services due to limited government funding, which covers only one-third of its budget. The hospice relies significantly on charitable donations and community support, as highlighted by its director of funding, Tom Abbott. The Department of Health recently announced a funding boost for hospices, yet ongoing sustainability remains a critical concern. The hospice is planning a fundraiser with a target of £200,000 to further support its operations amidst rising costs.
"It was like this care was round us and we didn't have to think."
"We rely so heavily on the community leaving us gifts in wills or perhaps using our charity shops."
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